Israel Today: Ongoing War Report - August 30, 2026, 03 AM Eastern

Iran claims its Revolutionary Guard Corps has thwarted a terror cell linked to the US and Israel. Hear the details from IRGC statements and updates on Supreme Leader Khamenei's calls for regional unity. Plus, the IDF continues operations in Gaza, eliminating Hamas commanders while Israel confiscates assets tied to terrorists amid ongoing reports of PA 'pay for slay' funding. In defense news, Finland is deepening security cooperation with Israel, agreeing to purchase the David's Sling system, while also freezing UNRWA funds. We also look at proposed US strategies for Iran and expanded IDF recruitment for the ultra-Orthodox community.

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